United States of America 1976 San Francisco Lincoln Cents - Wheat Reverse 1¢

Coin / United States of America / 1976 / San Francisco / Lincoln Cents - Wheat Reverse / 1¢ (One Cent, Penny)

This specific coin is a 1976 Lincoln Cent with a Wheat Reverse, minted in San Francisco. It is a one-cent denomination coin primarily composed of 95% copper and 5% zinc. The coin's diameter is 19mm, and it weighs approximately 3.11 grams. The design of this coin features the iconic Lincoln portrait by Victor David Brenner on the obverse, while the reverse showcases the classic wheat ears that are emblematic of this series. As a proof coin, it was produced with a special minting process to ensure a high-quality finish and is typically smoother and shinier than regular circulation coins. This particular piece is notable for its production type, as it was part of a mintage of just 4,149,730 coins, and it carries no mint mark, signifying it was struck at the San Francisco Mint. The edge type is plain, consistent with other coins of this series. The 1976 Lincoln Cent with a Wheat Reverse is a notable item for collectors, encapsulating a significant part of U.S. coinage history.